
Alexandre Rockwell
DirectingAbout Alexandre Rockwell
Alexandre Rockwell was born in Boston in 1956. His first film, LENZ, premiered at the Berlin Film Festival in 1982. After his road movie HERO (1983), he directed the legendary SAM FULLER IN SONS (1989). In 1992 he won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival for his film IN THE SOUP, which made his reputation as one of the most interesting filmmakers on America’s independent film scene. SOMEBODY TO LOVE (1994) competed at the Venice flim Festival. Rockwell also directed ‘The Wrong Man’ segment of the anthology film FOUR ROOMS (1995), as well as the comedies LOUIS & FRANK (1998), 13 MOONS (2002) and PETE SMALLS IS DEAD (2010). In 2017, he was appointed head of directing at the graduate film department of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts. His film SWEET THING (2020) was selected at the Berlinale Generation 2020.
Alexandre Rockwell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alexandre Rockwell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 7 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alexandre Rockwell's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Alexandre Rockwell's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Rockets Redglare!, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alexandre Rockwell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alexandre Rockwell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alexandre Rockwell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Edge of Outside | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Nobody Wants Your Film | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Rockets Redglare! | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | 13 Moons | Man | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Dreams about Alfeoni | Self - director, grandson of Alexeieff | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Dear Diary | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Lenz | Lenz | Flop | Similar → |
Alexandre Rockwell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alexandre Rockwell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alexandre Rockwell is "Rockets Redglare!" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Alexandre Rockwell acted in?
Alexandre Rockwell has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alexandre Rockwell?
Other notable films include "Dear Diary", "Edge of Outside", and "13 Moons".




